Articles Index - page 4
Edible Flowers History
Edible Flowers History - The history of flowers as food.
Paprika History
What is the connection between paprika, chile peppers, and Hungary. Find out and learn the history of paprika.
Cinnamon History
Cinnamon has been used for embalming and meat preservation. Learn more about the history of cinnamon.
Ketchup / Catsup History
Original ketchup is Chinese in origin and had no tomatoes. Learn about the history of ketchup and catsup.
Black Bean History
Black beans date back more than 7,000 years. Learn more about black bean history.
Hot Dog, Weiner, and Frankfurter History
The term hot dogs was initially a slur. Learn the history of hot dogs, weiners, and frankfurters.
Heirloom Recipe Conversions and Substitutions
Why doesn't your recipe taste like Grandma's? Learn why and how to convert those heirloom recipes to use today.
Recipe and Receipt History
Help converting those heirloom recipes handed down from Grandma, plus recipe substitutions, and conversion charts for weights and measures.
Beet (Beetroot) History
Beets have been used as dyes and medicinally. Learn more about beet and beetroot history.
Asparagus History
Roman emperors were so fond of asparagus, that they kept a special asparagus fleet for the purpose of fetching it. Learn more about the history of asparagus.
Leek History
Leeks and wild leeks are quite different. The leek is a milder member of the onion family. Learn about the history of leeks.
Irish Stew History
Irish stew is traditionally made with mutton or lamb. Learn the origin of Irish stew and new variations.
Lobster History
Learn about the rise of lobster from poor to rich man's food and more lobster history.
Yukon Gold Potato History
Gold potatoes are new to the USA, but not to Europe. Learn more about the history of gold potatoes.
Molasses History
Molasses used to be the sweetener of choice for Americans. Learn more about the history of molasses.
What are mandarin oranges
What are mandarin oranges? Learn about the mandarin orange and tangerine connection, along with mandarin orange history.
Bourbon Whiskey History
Corn is the distinguishing factor in American bourbon whiskey. Learn about the history of bourbon.
Cornish Hen History
Cornish hens were created to appeal to foodies. Learn more about Cornish game hens.
Cabbage History - The history of cabbage as food
Cabbage is generally connected to Ireland, but that's not where it originated. Learn about the history of cabbage.
Pâté de foie gras history and French law
The truth about pâté de foie gras. Learn more pâté de foie gras history.
Caviar History
Caviar History - The history of caviar as food.
Fig History
Fig History - Figs have been used as a sweetener for thousands of years and are good for the body.
Banana History
Sailors brought the banana to North America. Learn more about the history of bananas.
Cranberry History
Fresh cranberries will literally bounce when dropped. Learn about the history of cranberries.
Mushroom History
Mushroom History - The history of mushrooms as food.